2017-2019 Powerstroke 8" 4-Link Coilover Lift Kit (BDS1541F)

BDS Suspension expands its lineup of suspension systems for the late model 2017-2019 Ford Super Duty 4wd trucks with new 8" 4-Link Coilover Conversion Systems designed to take your truck to the next level for improved performance, capability, comfort, and curb appeal. Paired with FOX's 2.5 factory series coilovers to enhance performance while allowing clearance for up to 40" tires. 

Tire & Wheel Combinations:

  • 38 x 15.50 w/ 20x10 and 5"
  • 40 x 13.50 w/ 20x10 and 5"

Notes:

  • Designed for diesel models only, the transfer case indexing ring will not fit gas models equipped with the 6R100 transmission.
  • If equipped with a 2-piece rear driveshaft, a carrier bearing drop kit may be required (BDS123402)
  • 40x13.50 tires WILL require trimming.
  • If your truck is equipped with a factory rear sway bar add BDS123009
  • The indexing ring has not been designed to work on manual-shift transfer case models. Modification to the shift cable mount will be required.
  • These new systems join the existing 1" - 2" - 2.5" - 4" - 6" - 8" lift options

Installation:

Part Number: BDS1541F

Base Kit


2005-2019 Powerstroke 8" Lift Front Fox 2.5 Remote Reservoir Coilover (Pair) (FOX88402143)-Shocks-BDS-FOX88402143-Dirty Diesel Customs

Fox 2.5 Remote Reservoir Coilover

When you want the best in performance and capability, go with FOX. These race-proven FOX 2.5 factory series remote reservoir coilovers up the ante allowing for next-level damper capability and control all neatly packaged. Designed for bolt-on installation, the engineers at BDS and FOX teamed up to offer this race-winning technology into a bolt-on, pre-tuned Coilover designed to perform and provide correct ride height right out of the box. From valving to spring rate, preload, and hose length these FOX coilovers are designed to take all the guesswork out of setting your vehicle up and are designed to be used with BDS lift systems. These coilovers use a large 2.5" body, 3" coil springs, 7/8" hardened carbon steel shaft, high flow piston, JM92 advanced racing shock oil, CNC machined 6061 T6 ends, and external remote reservoir to improve damper capability across any terrain.

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Coilover Mounting Kit
2017-2019 Powerstroke 2.5-8" Lift Coilover Mount Kit (BDS123613)-Shock Mount-BDS-BDS123613-Dirty Diesel Customs

Coilover Mounting Kit

This Box Kit includes the following products:

  • Lower Coilover Mount
  • Upper Coilover Mounting Bracket
  • Zip Ties
  • 2” Bump Stop (2.5” Kit)
  • 2 Bolt Packs

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Front Box Kit

8" Front Box Kit

This Box Kit includes the following products:

  • Pitman Arm
  • Front Bump Stop Extension
  • Track Bar Bracket
  • Driver & Passenger Side Sway Bar Drop
  • Bolt Pack - 4-Link Bracket
  • Sway Bar Link Assembly
  • Driver & Passenger Side 4-Link Bracket
  • BDS Badge
  • Rivet Bolt Packs
  • 3 Bag Kits
  • Track Bar Cam Washer
  • Loctite
  • Zip Ties
  • 1/8" x 1-1/4" Cotter Pin
  • CV Joint Boot Clamp
  • Bolt Pack - Sway Bar Drop Bracket
  • Sway Bar Link Clevis & Sleeve
  • 4-Link Bracket Nut Tab
  • Bolt Pack - Bump Stop/ Sway Bar
  • Driver & Passenger Side Front Brakeline
  • Brake Clips
  • 3/8" Crush Washers
  • Brake Line

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Rear Box Kit

8" Rear Box Kit

This Box Kit includes the following products:

  • 4 5/8" x 3-1/8" x 14" Semi-Round U-Bolts
  • Rear Brake Line Brackets
  • Exhaust Drop Bracket
  • Exhaust Hanger
  • E-Brake Relocation Bracket
  • Bag Kit - Rear Hardware
  • 5/8" Washers
  • 5/8" High Nuts
  • 7/16" x 4" Center Pin w/Nut
  • E-Brake Clamp Bracket
  • 7/8" SAE Washers
  • Bolt Pack - Exhaust Relocation Hardware
  • Bolt Pack - E-Brake Relocation

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Transfer Case Indexing Kit


8-bolt DSL Transfer Case Indexing Ring Kit


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Rear Lift


8" Rear Leaf Spring (2x)


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Rear Block Kit

Optional 2" rear block provides a more level stance when installing BDS Leaf Springs by replacing the 3" rear factory block.

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2" Universal Lift Blocks (BDS069207)-Lift Blocks-BDS-BDS069207-Dirty Diesel Customs

2" Universal Lift Blocks

Features:

  • Blocks are made of cast iron for strength
  • Tapered for correct pinion angle
  • Sold in pairs
  • Black powder coating

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Front Shocks

Important: With the Coilovers & the Mounting kit provided, you have the option of keeping the factory location shocks or upgrading to Fox 2.0.

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2017-2021 Powerstroke 8" Lift Front Fox 2.0 Series Shock Absorber (FOX98224721)-Shocks-BDS-FOX98224721-Dirty Diesel Customs

Fox 2.0 Series Shocks (2x)

Improve ride quality and capability with the FOX 2.0 performance series IFP shocks. Specially designed for BDS lift systems, these FOX 2.0 aluminum body shocks offer improved cooling capacity and corrosion protection. These shocks use race-proven vehicle-specific valving along with an internal floating piston (IFP) monotube design to separate the shock oil from high-pressure nitrogen to eliminate aeration and maximize performance on/off-road.

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Rear Shocks


2017-2021 Powerstroke 8" Lift Rear Fox 2.0 Series Shock Absorber (FOX98224779)-Shocks-BDS-FOX98224779-Dirty Diesel Customs

Fox 2.0 Series Shocks (2x)

Improve ride quality and capability with the FOX 2.0 performance series IFP shocks. Specially designed for BDS lift systems, these FOX 2.0 aluminum body shocks offer improved cooling capacity and corrosion protection. These shocks use race-proven vehicle-specific valving along with an internal floating piston (IFP) monotube design to separate the shock oil from high-pressure nitrogen to eliminate aeration and maximize performance on/off-road.

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Steering Stabilizers


Steering Stabilizer Bracket Kit


Track Bar

Features:

  • Standard turn-buckle length adjustment as featured on other BDS truck track bars
  • Works with 0-4" of lift using the stock track bar bracket and 4+"-8" with replacement extended track bar bracket
  • 1-3/8" solid steel stock with CNC machined threads
  • Greaseable, high-durometer polyurethane bushings at the frame end
  • Heavy-duty, greaseable replacement ball joint pre-installed at the axle end

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Traction Bar Box Kit

Features:

  • Adjustable axle wrap control utilizing dual-stage resistance springs
  • Full-floating traction bar design will not bind throughout the full range of wheel travel and/or hinder suspension articulation.
  • Does not adversely affect ride quality when springs - particularly when resistance springs are adjusted to still be active.
  • Spring preload can be adjusted on the vehicle without disassembling the traction bar
  • Adjustments can be made for optimum performance over a wide range of uses/terrain. (On-Road - Unloaded, Towing/Hauling, Off-Road, Competition pulling)
  • Traction bar ends are greaseable and rebuildable

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Universal RECOIL Traction Bar (BDS123409)-Traction Bars-BDS-BDS123409-Dirty Diesel Customs

Universal Recoil Traction Bar


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Traction Bar Mounting Kit

Required if you have added the Traction Bar.

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2017-2023 Powerstroke 0-6" Lift Recoil Traction Bar 3.5" / 4" axle Mounting Kit (BDS123416)-Traction Bar Mounting Kits-BDS-BDS123416-Dirty Diesel Customs

RECOIL Traction Bar Mounting Kit (3.5"- 4" Axle Diameter)

Mounting brackets are bolt-on, only requiring minor drilling for frame mount installation.

Note:

Does not fit regular cab models

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Carrier Bearing Drop Kit

The kit comes with multiple shim plates for full adjustability from 1/8" to 1-1/2" of drop. Includes necessary hardware.

Note:

  • For all 3"+ Lift Kits

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Universal Carrier Bearing Drop Spacer (BDS122406)-Carrier Bearings-BDS-BDS122406-Dirty Diesel Customs

Universal Carrier Bearing Drop Spacer


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Driveshaft Spacer Kit

IMPORTANT: Will ONLY fit trucks with a 4 bolt flange style rear driveshaft mount on the axle.

When lifting the 2011-2020 model Ford Super Duty 6" or more it may be necessary to extend the rear driveshaft to ensure adequate spline engagement at full droop of the suspension. While one option is to have a custom extended length driveshaft built, BDS Suspension is now offering a more affordable solution with their new high strength rear driveshaft spacer. Built from T6061 billet aluminum and CNC machined for a precision fit, this rear driveshaft spacer mounts between the driveshaft and rear axle providing the necessary driveshaft spline engagement. Longer hardware and thread locker are also supplied complete the simple install.

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U-Bolts

The following kit ID's 1567H, 1567F, 1551H, 1551F - If installed on a truck with a top mount overload spring, and the overload spacer block is taller than 1-1/8" then these U-Bolts (Qty:4) are required.

Note:

  • All u-bolts come with high nuts and washers.

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Universal Radius 3-1/8"X19" U-Bolt (UBT4027)-U-Bolts-BDS-UBT4027-Dirty Diesel Customs

Universal U-Bolt (4x)


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